Vehicle recall 22V098000 · February 18, 2022
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350
The wiring harness connected to the prefuse box in the engine compartment might not be properly secured, which could deactivate fused components, such as power steering assist,…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE 350 vehicles. The wiring harness connected to the prefuse box in the engine compartment might not be properly secured, which could deactivate fused components, such as power steering assist, headlights, and wipers.
- Consequence
- Driving with inoperable power steering assist, headlights, or wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the prefuse box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V098000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 18, 2022
- Filed by
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2022030015
- Owner notification
- April 8, 2022
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 6
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility/wiper; Steering › Electric power assist system; Exterior lighting › Headlights; Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 (2020): 2020
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